
Neighborhood: Peabody
- Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.Walkable StreetsPedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Biking TrailsSafe, accessible paths for cycling, commuting, and outdoor enjoyment.
Centered on Porter Square and stretching through North Cambridge and Avon Hill, 02140 blends tree-lined residential streets and historic homes with a lively Mass Ave corridor. You’ll have Red Line and Commuter Rail at Porter, Alewife connections nearby, and easy cycling on the Minuteman Bikeway and Linear Park; weekends gravitate to Danehy Park’s fields, walking loops, and dog run, plus Russell Field and paths along Alewife Brook. Daily conveniences are close: Porter Square Shopping Center with Star Market and cafes, local favorite Pemberton Farms, and a strong coffee-and-dining scene including Bagelsaurus, Yume Wo Katare, Simon’s Coffee Shop, and Cafe Zing at Porter Square Books; gyms and studios dot the neighborhood. The vibe is friendly and intellectual, with a mix of long-timers, families, grad students, and professionals; nightlife skews cozy and conversation-forward. Expect classic New England seasons—snowy winters and colorful fall. According to Zillow Market Trends in recent months, the median asking rent sits in the mid-$3,000s, with most listings ranging from the high $2,000s to mid-$4,000s.
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Nearby schools in Cambridge
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Maria L. Baldwin SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Graham and Parks SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10John F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
Frequently asked questions
6 Arlington St has a walk score of 97, it's a walker's paradise.
6 Arlington St has a transit score of 77, it has excellent transit.
The schools assigned to 6 Arlington St include Maria L. Baldwin School, Graham and Parks School, and John F. Kennedy Elementary School.
6 Arlington St is in the Peabody neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.
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